The Department of Transportation recognizes the
opportunities available to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In response to the city's efforts to reduce emissions the following initiatives have been implemented.
Energy-Saving Initiatives
- Solar-powered school flashers
- Solar-powered pedestrian crossing
- Solar-powered speed trailer and display
- Solar-powered arrow boards
- LED traffic signals and street lights
- Traffic signal coordination
- Propane-powered mowers
- Infrared paving repairs
- CCTV storm drain cameras
- Video traffic detection
- Weedseeker chemical applicator
- Wetblade chemical applicator
- Portable variable message signs
Equipment and Material Innovations
- Precision saw cutting
- Recycling asphalt millings
- Crack sealing
- Salt brine
- Compost Tea
- Aqueous parts washer
Future Applications
- Motion Power
- Utility project coordination
- Pavement management – ERoadInfo
- Data collection
- Data analysis
- Maintenance recommendations
- Prioritization
- Budgeting
- Paving repairs and alternatives to mill and pave
- Expand capabilities with salt brine manufacturing and distribution
- Asset management system
- Expand AVL use to snow removal vehicles
- Street light enhancements